H 2631
An Act relative to the transparency of electronic weapons and devices
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Bill overview
This bill aimed to increase transparency surrounding electronic weapons and devices in Massachusetts. It proposed requiring manufacturers and sellers of these devices to disclose information about their design, functionality, and potential risks to the public. The bill sought to ensure that consumers and law enforcement had access to data needed for safe usage and effective regulation. Ultimately, the bill failed to pass the legislature.
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Christopher Hendricks
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Christopher Hendricks
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Bill H.2631 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the transparency of electronic weapons and devices
By Representative Hendricks of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2631) of Christopher Hendricks relative to electronic weapons and devices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Presenter: Christopher Hendricks
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Bill History
Displaying 8 actions for Bill H.2631
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/31/2025 from 11:30 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 10/22/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/31/2025 from 11:30 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium and Virtual Hearing updated to include Virtual |
| 10/27/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/31/2025 from 11:30 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium and Virtual Hearing updated to include Virtual |
| 10/31/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/31/2025 from 11:30 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 4/23/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27) |
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